How many syllables in “rescued”?
syllables in "rescued"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · scued
Letters
7
r · e · s · c · u · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “rescued”
The word “rescued” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · scued. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rescued" have?
"rescued" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rescued" into syllables?
"rescued" is divided into syllables as: re · scued.
What is the Scrabble score for "rescued"?
The Scrabble score for "rescued" is 10 points.
Using “rescued” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rescued" (re · scued) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “rescued” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “rescued”
The letters in “rescued” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: recused, reduces, secured, seducer.